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Girls Level 1 - Project Requirements
Some projects require Notions (elastic, buttons, etc.) Don't forget to supply the notions if required! Find info regarding fabric selection and notions HERE. Click the photos for project requirements.
Girls Level 1
- Books / Patterns are $40
- Each Project will take 2 - 4 classes to complete.
- Sessions are approx. 8 to 9 weeks long. It will take more than one session to complete each level/workbook.
- Each Project will take 2 - 4 classes to complete.
- Sessions are approx. 8 to 9 weeks long. It will take more than one session to complete each level/workbook.
1st Project: Notions bag AND Sewing Pack
These two projects are made from the same cut of fabric.
- Fabric: 1.25 yards of non-stretchy cotton fabric
- Notions: (REQUIRED)
- One spool of 7/8 to 1" wide Grosgrain ribbon (It is the ribbed ribbon, no wires)
- Drawstring for the straps: I recommend paracord that can be purchased near the jewelry section. It comes pre-packaged in multiple colors. Cording can also be purchased on the roll and have it cut at the cutting counter (5 yards)
- Fabric: 1.25 yards of non-stretchy cotton fabric
- Notions: (REQUIRED)
- One spool of 7/8 to 1" wide Grosgrain ribbon (It is the ribbed ribbon, no wires)
- Drawstring for the straps: I recommend paracord that can be purchased near the jewelry section. It comes pre-packaged in multiple colors. Cording can also be purchased on the roll and have it cut at the cutting counter (5 yards)
2nd: Simple Skirt
NOTE: If your student does not typically wear skirts, I suggest thinking about upcoming holidays, sports banquets or beach/swimsuit coverup themes when choosing fabric.
- Fabric:
- Top portion: 1/2 yard cotton, non-stretchy fabric.
- Bottom portion: 1/3 yard contrasting fabric
- Elastic (REQUIRED): 1 package 3/4" non-roll elastic
- Fabric:
- Top portion: 1/2 yard cotton, non-stretchy fabric.
- Bottom portion: 1/3 yard contrasting fabric
- Elastic (REQUIRED): 1 package 3/4" non-roll elastic
3rd: Cool Cat OR Dog Pillow
- Fabric:
- 3/8 yard for top portion
- 5/8 yard for bottom portion and ears
- Felt squares for eyes, nose and muzzle, you choose your own colors (REQUIRED)
- For the Cat version, you will need 1 spool of 1/4" to 3/8" wide Grosgrain ribbon for the whiskers (REQUIRED for cat version)
- 3/8 yard for top portion
- 5/8 yard for bottom portion and ears
- Felt squares for eyes, nose and muzzle, you choose your own colors (REQUIRED)
- For the Cat version, you will need 1 spool of 1/4" to 3/8" wide Grosgrain ribbon for the whiskers (REQUIRED for cat version)
4th: Round Neck Blouse (Pocket Optional)
Fabric:
- 1.75 yards of non-stretchy cotton fabric
NOTE: A small pocket can be added to this shirt. We can find scraps in the studio, but if you prefer to purchase a coordinating fabric you can purchase .25 yard.
- 1.75 yards of non-stretchy cotton fabric
NOTE: A small pocket can be added to this shirt. We can find scraps in the studio, but if you prefer to purchase a coordinating fabric you can purchase .25 yard.
5th: Lounge Pants
- Elastic (REQUIRED): 1 package of non-roll 3/4" wide elastic.
- Fabric: 2 1/2 yards of cotton or flannel fabric (non-stretchy material)
**Notes: I recommend purchasing mid to high grade fabric for the pants, avoid cheaper/thinner fabrics. Also, pre-washing is recommended, but only if you have time to wash, dry and thoroughly iron prior to class.
- Fabric: 2 1/2 yards of cotton or flannel fabric (non-stretchy material)
**Notes: I recommend purchasing mid to high grade fabric for the pants, avoid cheaper/thinner fabrics. Also, pre-washing is recommended, but only if you have time to wash, dry and thoroughly iron prior to class.
6th: Peasant Blouse OR Nightgown
This project can be made into a blouse OR nightgown.
- Notions: (REQUIRED) Elastic for neckline and sleeves: 1 package 3/8" to 1/2" wide elastic.
- Fabrics:
** BLOUSE VERSION:
- Body: 1.25 yards cotton, non-stretchy fabric.
- Sleeves: 1/2 yards cotton, non-stretchy fabric.
** NIGHTGOWN:
- Body: 2.5 yards cotton OR flannel fabric
- Sleeve: 1/2 yard cotton or flannel (do not mix flannel and cotton, purchase same type for body and sleeves)
- Notions: (REQUIRED) Elastic for neckline and sleeves: 1 package 3/8" to 1/2" wide elastic.
- Fabrics:
** BLOUSE VERSION:
- Body: 1.25 yards cotton, non-stretchy fabric.
- Sleeves: 1/2 yards cotton, non-stretchy fabric.
** NIGHTGOWN:
- Body: 2.5 yards cotton OR flannel fabric
- Sleeve: 1/2 yard cotton or flannel (do not mix flannel and cotton, purchase same type for body and sleeves)
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